18 Questions
Which of the following beverages should be avoided before and during heat stress?
Alcohol
What type of food is highly recommended for nourishment during an extended incident?
Soup, broth, or stew
Which of the following foods should be avoided during an extended incident?
Fatty and salty foods
What is the recommended maximum work time before rehabilitation for firefighters?
30 minutes
How long should the minimum rest period be during rehabilitation?
10 minutes
What should be avoided when moving firefighters from a hot environment to a rehabilitation area?
Moving them directly into an air-conditioned area
What is the recommended water consumption per hour during heat stress?
One quart
In cold weather operations, when should rehydration be considered important?
Even during strenuous activity
What should be the temperature of the rehydration solution according to the text?
$40°F$
When is rehabilitation to be considered according to the text?
For large, long, or labor-intensive activities
What environmental conditions would justify establishing a Rehabilitation Sector?
Heat stress index above $90°F$ or wind-chill index below $10°F$
During emergency incidents, what is a critical factor in preventing heat injury?
$50/50$ mixture of water and commercially prepared activity beverage
According to the guidelines, when should a member's oral temperature be taken?
If their heart rate exceeds 110 beats per minute
What action should be taken if a member's temperature exceeds 100.6°F?
They should not be permitted to wear protective equipment
If a member's temperature is below 100.6°F but their heart rate remains above 110 beats per minute, what should be done?
Their rehabilitation time should be increased
According to the guidelines, when is the chance of heat stress negligible?
If the member's heart rate is less than 110 beats per minute
What information must be included on the Emergency Incident Rehabilitation Report?
The member's name, complaints, and the report must be signed, dated, and timed
How should members enter and exit the Rehabilitation Sector?
As a crew, and they must carry their accountability system passport
Learn about the importance of nutrition and hydration during heat stress situations and why it is recommended to avoid alcohol, caffeine, and carbonated beverages. Understand the benefits of consuming easily digestible foods like soup, broth, and fruits such as apples, oranges, and bananas.
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